Salt Lake City: Official Development News Thread - Part 5

[Makid]

Originally Posted by Schmoe

For those interested, the Astra Tower crane is coming down right now.

Thank you for the update Schmoe. Hopefully it won't be too long before we have another tower crane or 2 going up for new projects downtown.

[SLCHenry]

Originally Posted by Schmoe

For those interested, the Astra Tower crane is coming down right now.

I have a feeling this will be the last crane downtown for awhile, unless Hines can execute their tower(s) and/or more proposals come through.

[meman]

Hey Schmoe, what are those strange looking panels on the 38Th and 39th floor of the astra tower on the south facing side?

Also, do you know then Astra is going to be opened?

[Ironweed]

Originally Posted by meman

Hey Schmoe, what are those strange looking panels on the 38Th and 39th floor of the astra tower on the south facing side?

Also, do you know then Astra is going to be opened?

Comrade has petitioned Schmoe to have his silhouette put on the north side of Astra:

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/241153...s=deep_linking

[Schmoe]

Originally Posted by meman

Hey Schmoe, what are those strange looking panels on the 38Th and 39th floor of the astra tower on the south facing side?

Also, do you know then Astra is going to be opened?

Those are metal louver screens. They create some sun protection for a portion of the terrace on those penthouse units.

Astra Tower is scheduled to release first units for move-in on August 6th. The rest of the building will be phased in chunks until the entire building is delivered in mid-November.

[meman]

Thank you Schmoe for your prompt reply!!!

[Orlando]

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[taboubak]

If you have been following the news today, talks to relocate the Coyotes to SLC are in the final stages and it appears to be a done deal. Utah is about to get the long awaited second pro team we have discussed for years to begin play next season. Expect legitmate plans for the new arena soon.

[Boz]

Originally Posted by taboubak

If you have been following the news today, talks to relocate the Coyotes to SLC are in the final stages and it appears to be a done deal. Utah is about to get the long awaited second pro team we have discussed for years to begin play next season. Expect legitmate plans for the new arena soon.

Third pro team.

Someone has to speak up for the soccer nerds.

[Comrade]

Originally Posted by taboubak

If you have been following the news today, talks to relocate the Coyotes to SLC are in the final stages and it appears to be a done deal. Utah is about to get the long awaited second pro team we have discussed for years to begin play next season. Expect legitmate plans for the new arena soon.

I don't think it's a done deal but it sure feels like there's a lot of smoke.

[delts145]

I've been trying to catch up on all of the reports that have just come out over the past 48 to 72 hours and it would seem like the scales are tipping in Salt Lake's favor. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. If it happens it would seem like they are definitely aiming to make the decision even before the June property auction. I got the impression that all things considered, especially with the relocation fee profits (laundering profits) the NHL is pushing for the relocation to Salt Lake City.

[s.p.hansen]

The NHL team was confirmed on the same day the IOC is still in SLC

Report: Arizona Coyotes players told they are moving to Salt Lake City

https://www.12news.com/article/sport...d-4b6cde8f7044

[wrendog]

Excited for NHL. I really hope they announce arena plans very soon. I have no idea how they will be able to fully renovate the DC and still have the Jazz and NHL play there at the same time. No way that works.

[s.p.hansen]

Originally Posted by wrendog

Excited for NHL. I really hope they announce arena plans very soon. I have no idea how they will be able to fully renovate the DC and still have the Jazz and NHL play there at the same time. No way that works.

This all happened with IOC in SLC. Lots of official and unofficial deals made (between oligarchs) concerning facilities and such, I’m sure. From what I understand, the Coyotes didn’t like their stadium so I’m pretty sure they moved because of a new area being promised.

[mattreedah]

Originally Posted by s.p.hansen

This all happened with IOC in SLC. Lots of official and unofficial deals made (between oligarchs) concerning facilities and such, I’m sure. From what I understand, the Coyotes didn’t like their stadium so I’m pretty sure they moved because of a new area being promised.

Coyotes were playing in a 5,000 seat college stadium. The league strong armed them into selling to the NHL who is then taking a markup (relocation fee) and selling to the Smith family.

[taboubak]

Told y'all, it was a done deal. Excited to see what happens next SLC is moving up a tier it seems.

[TheGeographer]

Let’s go!! Going to be electric with Utahs enthusiastic fans at the games. I’ll be rooting on the Avalanche when they come to town, but I’m happy for SLC and Utah to get another pro team. And it means I’ll be able to go watch NHL hockey so it’s a win for all Utah hockey fans. Wonder what the team name will end up being

[delts145]

Originally Posted by s.p.hansen

This all happened with IOC in SLC. Lots of official and unofficial deals made (between oligarchs) concerning facilities and such, I’m sure. From what I understand, the Coyotes didn’t like their stadium so I’m pretty sure they moved because of a new area being promised.

I wouldn't be surprised if the upcoming Olympics did help with the final push. I think this is just the beginning for Salt Lake City and the ancillary benefits of the next Olympics.

[Orlando]

Any idea where Ryan Smith would put the hockey arena?

[s.p.hansen]

Originally Posted by Orlando

Any idea where Ryan Smith would put the hockey arena?

Smith said he wants to revitalize downtown.